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There are many  benefits to choosing Scottish hardwoods

bulletIntrinsic qualities - natural beauty and suitability for many different uses

bulletSupporting sustainable woodland management  - prevents neglect of Scottish woodlands by making them more economic to manage

bulletCreating value in the local economy – adds value to a local natural resource which is retained in the local economy

bulletProviding local employment – provides jobs in wood processing and wood working and supports jobs in forestry

 

bulletBiodiversity - encourages interest in growing and managing native broadleaved woodlands which have a very high biodiversity value

 

bulletAmenity – supports the management of woodlands that provide landscape amenity and wonderful places for walking and recreation. 

bulletEnergy - reduces reliance on imports and associated energy costs 
bulletToxic substances - reduces reliance on alternative products that use a range of glues and plastics resulting in toxins in the environment

Dispelling the myth

Many people think that felling trees is an environmental disaster! When it comes to felling and using Scottish hardwoods this is almost always untrue. Felling trees as part of planned woodland management is essential to a healthy woodland for the following reasons:

 

bulletIt makes space for young trees and so helps to regenerate and retain the vitality of the woodland

bulletIt creates a diverse woodland structure which provides many opportunities for wildlife

bulletIt generates income to sustain the future management of the woodland
 

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